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Warning Lights appeared *Engine Management and Catalytic Converter*
Dewdrop:
Hello,
First of all apologies for notposting pix of my new (used) Golf - I've posted here before when I was looking to buy a Gti but hadn't updated that I'd actually bought one - and I'm loving it btw!
The Problem
Had it for 2 months (bought privately) its a Silver 2005, DSG, with 54k miles, sailed through its MOT a few weeks ago but today got in the car and saw two warning lights appear in the dash:
1) EPC(?) Engine Management
2) Catalytic Convertor
The car seems to be driving as well as normal. The car is due for a service in 2k miles or October anyway so I was thinking is this serious - can I wait a month to get this checked out or should I ring them today and get it booked in (my head is saying yes my wallet saying no lol) - I've got a warranty with Warranty Direct so hopefully it will be covered as its quite comprehensive. I'll be using an independent either Ricci Concept (Hull) http://www.ricci-concept.com/ or Autotechinca (new company). http://www.autotechnica.co.uk/
Ricci concept MOT'd my car and I was impressed with them car came back clean - I just need to check they do Warranty work - I think they mentioned I'd have to pay them directly and then claim back from Warranty Direct - is that normal?
Any suggestions gratefully accepted!
vRStu:
Why not consider using your nearest main dealer and maintain a franchised dealer service history?
There have been a couple of updates for the TFSi ECU as well as known issues with the manifold runners on many cars.
Maybe - http://www.jct600.co.uk/servicing-and-mot.php
All VAG dealers should offer special rates for cars over 4 years old as well as matching local independents so long as the quote includes genuine parts and the full service schedule.
As for your current problem I'd see if you can find a local VCDS owner who will to take a look for you. However if you are hoping to use the warranty I'd get it in somewhere ASAP. Be warned some dealers will charge for Diagnostics in relation to those type of warranties as they fear for not getting the money back.
Dewdrop:
Hi VRSTU,
Thank-you for your reply, unfortunatley I didn't go for the more expensive option in my warranty of taking it to a dealer so it has to be an independent - wouldn't they be able to update the ECU like a dealer?
I'll get it booked it asap.
Thanks.
vRStu:
ECU updates are carried out by the dealer tool.
I'm not saying you have to take it to a main dealer for servicing however, if the car has a full history at the moment then there are good reasons to maintain it for a while. Goodwill is the first and then the updates etc that I mention above.
Be careful with the warranty as they aren't the most user friendly people to deal with.
FamilyDub:
--- Quote from: vRStu on September 01, 2009, 11:56:07 am ---ECU updates are carried out by the dealer tool.
I'm not saying you have to take it to a main dealer for servicing however, if the car has a full history at the moment then there are good reasons to maintain it for a while. Goodwill is the first and then the updates etc that I mention above.
Be careful with the warranty as they aren't the most user friendly people to deal with.
--- End quote ---
I get my servicing done at a franchised dealer to maintain the book 'stamps'.
The inevitable 'extra work' list that I get after the visit is done by a local VAG independant who about 40% cheaper and 500% better than my VW garage. :happy2:
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